Cool Tips to Beat the Heat During a Power Outage in the Hot Summer

Below are some tips to help you stay cool during a power outage and maintain good sleep and health.

Tips to beat the heat during a summer power outage

Use bamboo mats on your mattress, seats, and lounge chairs

Before the widespread use of air conditioners, bamboo mats and fans were a common cooling combo for many households. Even when the power goes out and you can’t use a fan, bamboo mats can help you cool down quickly thanks to their cool surface made of bamboo material.

A small reminder when using bamboo mats is that they are prone to mold in humid conditions. Therefore, you should sun-dry the mat after washing it. If you find mold on the mat, you can use a piece of lemon to rub it all over the surface, then use a damp cloth to wipe it clean to remove the smell before finally sun-drying it.

Sleep on the floor

According to Health & Life newspaper, if you normally sleep comfortably on a mattress in an air-conditioned room, when the power goes out, you should move down to the floor to sleep. The residual coolness from the air conditioning combined with the coolness of the floor will help you have a more comfortable sleep.

Apply cool compresses

Cooling your body is not only necessary when you are sick, but also during this summer, you can try the refreshing sensation of cool compresses. In case it is very hot and there is no “help” from a fan or air conditioning due to a power outage, soak a towel in cold water, then apply it to your neck and nape. Since these areas have many nerve endings that control body temperature, this cooling method is highly effective.

Keep the room well-ventilated

Keeping the room well-ventilated is also a way to beat the heat in the event of a power outage. In this case, you should open all windows and the main door of your room so that the wind can enter and cool your room, helping you have a better sleep.

But if your room previously used an air conditioner, this method will let the cool air out of the room.

Freeze your pillow

If the cool compresses are not enough to help you sleep well, in case of a sudden power outage, chill your pillow a few hours before going to bed. This method is extremely simple, put your pillow in a plastic bag, then place it in the freezer. However, do not leave the pillow in the freezer for too long to avoid excessive coldness. It is best to leave the pillow in the freezer for about 2 hours before going to bed. Sleeping on a cool pillow will instantly relieve the summer heat.

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Spray mineral water or use body cooling compresses

According to Vietnamnet, in the hot summer days when the power goes out, using mineral water spray or body cooling compresses is also an effective way to beat the heat. Spraying mineral water or using wet compresses on your body not only hydrates you but also provides minerals that help keep your skin healthy and gives you a fresh feeling. You can spray mineral water on your face and neck, this will help you feel more comfortable and refreshed.

Alternatively, you can choose to use small misting devices for your room. The mist from the device will moisturize the room and make you more comfortable. Furthermore, when adding your favorite essential oils, it will bring a much more joyful and relaxing feeling.

You can also wet a towel with cold water, not too dry, then apply it to your neck and nape because these two positions have many nerve endings that regulate body temperature, so this cooling method is very effective for the body.

In addition, soaking your feet in a basin of water or adding a few ice cubes to the water will give you a cooler feeling.

Use power banks, generators, and rechargeable fans

With today’s advanced technology, using power banks, generators, and rechargeable fans is quite common in the market. Using these devices will help us cool down quickly and have a more comfortable and better sleep.

According to VTC.vn